Decreased Conversion of Glucose to Glycogen and Fat, Lowered Maternal

question 7

Multiple Choice

Decreased conversion of glucose to glycogen and fat, lowered maternal utilization of glucose, and increased liver production of glucose help _____.

• A) ensure the mother does not gain excessive weight during the second half of pregnancy
• B) ensure a constant supply of fat for maternal energy needs
• C) ensure a constant supply of glucose for fetal growth and development
• D) ensure that women do not expend too much energy on metabolism and have plenty of energy to support fetal growth
• E) promote healthy weight gain in pregnant women

---

Definitions:

PET Scans

Positron Emission Tomography scans, a type of imaging test that allows doctors to check for diseases in the body by using a special dye containing radioactive tracers.

fMRI

Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging, a technique for measuring and mapping brain activity by detecting changes associated with blood flow.

Broca's Aphasia

A condition resulting from damage to the Broca's area of the brain, characterized by impaired speech production while understanding of language remains relatively intact.

Speech

The verbal expression of thoughts and feelings through articulated sounds.